2009 BMW 335 vs. 1980 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1980 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Statesman weights approximately 122 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Statesman. 1980 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1980 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 335 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
